Hey guys, since 100 km I've only done regular oil changes. Now I'm looking at doing,
Throttle body service
Fuel injection system service
Spark Plugs ( tune up ? suggestions on plugs appreciated)
Tranny fluid full flush and fill.
Belts
Check the brakes ( caliper lube ? )
Check the trunk for a piggy, maybe Wayne is right and I can't see it.
Anything else I should consider? OEM parts only?
I really enjoy driving this vehicle and I want to continue to have an enjoyable driving experience. I plan on keeping this vehicle for a long, long time.
Thanks for you thoughts in advance.

 

Sam, I'm glad you are going to look after that piggie, you have to keep it fed well !!!

Your ride is looking good and I can understand why you want to keep it for a few more years.

One important thing I believe in, is all fluids changed at regular intervals for long time ownership. This means brake fluid flush and refill, rad flush and refill, also change fluids in transmission, differentials and transfer case (AWD people) If you did not get all of those things done at 100,000 kms, get them done now.

 

I'm all over the fluids Wayne, for both the G and me . I bought a self fermenting 2L bottle of a Ricards Red the other day at the local wine Brew. Thought I'd try it out. Drop in a cap. Leave it for two weeks, chill for an hour and ...... who knows, but for $6 I'll try it. They also had a Servaca.
And you know, any piggy of mine will be well fed.

 

Hey those fluids sound pretty good Sam

 

^ LOL, sounds like the fluids are under control


....I'm with Wayne on the *other* fluids.
One of the best things you can do for a car.

 

I agree with Wayne and Ian, take care of the fluids on the car and yes, enjoy some fluids for yourself too!!

In addition to the fluid changes, if you are noticing any problems when starting your vehicle when it's already warm, then a Fuel Injection service and possibly a throttle body service would be needed.

Plugs are good till 168,000 kms. As for your belts, if they are cracked, replace them. As for the brakes, I think they should be serviced at least once a year or every 24,000 kms (if I remember correctly).

 

It's hard not to agree with those two. One holds, the other hits.
No problems yet, just thinking preventive maintenance.
I've never serviced the brakes, so its bout time. The belts seem ok, but I figure it's good insurance because I rarely check them. As for plugs, I can't seem to get my head around the fact that they can last so long and still operate efficiently. Old Fart, Old School.
Thanks for all your thoughts guys. I spoke to Vic at Simone's and he's going to do the plugs, belts, check brakes ( service if required ),
throttle chamber service, tranny flush, Motul fuel injector cleaner and the window reset.

 

Sounds like a good plan Sam.
I think a trip to see Vic will be well worth the effort.
You'll get the straight bill of goods from him about anything that needs to be done.

 

That's why I want him to do the work sooner than later. Inquiring minds want to know, and so do I.

 

Let me know when you'll be there;
if it works out, maybe we could grab a Timmies while you wait.

 

Hey, I will be heading down there to get a new mount for my Telescope at Perceptor Telescope in a couple of weeks. I might be able to join in also, depending when Sam will be there.

 

I smell a mini-meet brewing

 

I'll bring my Z71, if you bring your F150 with the new AR rims (the scope is easier to carry in da truck.)

 

Sam, send us a PM to let us know when your appointment is.

 

Deal... seeing as the F150 is my DD now anyway.